How To Fix CLHP038 - No list variants exists for user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CLHP - Graphical Class Maintenance

• Message number: 038

• Message text: No list variants exists for user &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CLHP038 - No list variants exists for user & ?

  The SAP error message CLHP038 indicates that there are no list variants available for the user in the context of the specific transaction or report you are trying to access. This typically occurs in the context of SAP List Viewer (ALV) reports or similar functionalities where users can save their own variants for displaying data.
  Cause:
  
  No Variants Created: The user has not created any list variants for the specific report or transaction.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access list variants.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that restrict the creation or visibility of variants.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create a List Variant:
  
  Navigate to the report or transaction where you received the error.
  Set the desired selection criteria and layout.
  Save the layout as a variant by using the "Save" option (often represented by a disk icon) and provide a name for the variant.
  Ensure you select the option to make it available for your user.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage variants. This may require checking with your SAP security team or administrator.
  
  
  
  Use Standard Variants:
  
  If applicable, check if there are any standard variants available for the report that can be used instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction or report to understand how variants are managed.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system-wide issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes like SE93 (for variant management) or SE38 (for executing reports) to manage or view existing variants.
  User-Specific Settings: Variants are often user-specific, so ensure you are logged in with the correct user ID when checking for variants.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific report or transaction you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CLHP038 error and successfully create or access the necessary list variants.